Masculine dossier · first seen 1880
Clayton
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
2000
Peak births
2,564
Current vitality
Healthy
Peak generation
Gen Z
1880Peak 20002025
Quick answers about Clayton
How many people are named Clayton?
An estimated 105,883 living Americans are named Clayton.
How rare is Clayton?
Clayton is moderately uncommon among babies today, with 1,130 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 55.9% from its 2000 peak.
How old is the typical Clayton?
The median age of a living American named Clayton is approximately 33 years, with most bearers falling between 21 and 49 years old.
Is Clayton still popular?
Yes. Clayton is holding steady, with 1,130 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Peak year
2000
Decline from peak
55.9%
2025
1,130
All-time
139,344